Monday after the 4th Sunday of Easter

“In today’s Gospel, the imagery of the Good Shepherd conjures up someone who is jealously protective of his flock, to the point of sensing almost intuitively, whether one of his own is missing or in danger,” said Father Jerry. He adds, “No one should feel the pain of exclusion from God’s love. We you and […]

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The Feast of St. Joseph the Worker

On this Feast of St. Joseph the Worker, Father Jerry follows today’s reading from the Holy Gospel according to Matthew, with two delightful stories. The first may inspire you to take a road trip to Santa Fe, New Mexico, and set your sights on the mysterious staircase built in late 1870s. It’s a 30-step spiral […]

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Thursday after the 3rd Sunday of Easter

Today, Jesus continues talking to the crowd that has followed him, asking them to listen closely to what he is saying. He is offering himself as bread, as the staff of life for the world. “I believe that you and I are being confronted with the question,” Father Jerry aks, “What bread do I stuff […]

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